Summer Associates

• Summer associates gain experience comparable to that of junior associates, including attending client meetings, traveling to client locations and assisting senior attorneys in addressing client needs.
• Summer associates working on corporate projects can expect exposure to drafting and negotiation sessions, while those in litigation will gain familiarity with depositions and court proceedings.
• Participants receive formal evaluations and reviews, and our attorneys provide informal feedback through everyday work experiences.
• In some offices, summer associates share office space with practicing lawyers, which offers additional opportunities for professional development.
• More than 85 percent of our summer associates work on pro bono matters.
• Of course, we hold numerous social events outside the office to help you become acquainted with your colleagues throughout the office. 
• The annual salary for this position is expected to be $215,000. Summer Associates are paid on a semi-monthly basis during employment. Visit Associate Salary Information for compensation details.

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• Contract Writing
• Writing Strategies
• M&A Negotiation Workshop
• Banking Training
• Complex Litigation & Trials Training
• Capital Markets Workshop
• Practice Area Presentations
• Diversity and Inclusion Seminars
• Knowledge Management and Legal Research

Seminars and specialized training provide focused programs on a diverse range of other areas, such as tax, derivatives, ethics, private equity and investment management.

To ensure personalized attention and support, summer associates are paired with mentors. The program specifics differ slightly from office to office, but each program shares the same philosophy: An ample support network is essential to your growth and success.

Informal feedback is given throughout the everyday work experience, and we provide formal feedback in mid-summer and exit meetings. Summer associates also have the opportunity to complete self-assessments as well as optional upward reviews.